Can 12123 still be checked after vehicle scrapping?
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After a vehicle is scrapped, the information of the scrapped vehicle cannot be checked on 12123. Here are the specific details about the Traffic Management 12123: Software Introduction: "Traffic Management 12123" is the only mobile client application software of the official Internet Traffic Safety Comprehensive Service Management Platform of the Ministry of Public Security (hereinafter referred to as the Internet Platform), developed and technically supported by the Traffic Management Research Institute of the Ministry of Public Security. Implementation Plan: In the second half of 2015, the Internet service platform "Traffic Management 12123" APP was piloted, and the APP service functions were simultaneously launched in the first batch of 19 provinces that promoted the application of web and SMS services.
After a vehicle is scrapped, can it still be checked on the 12123 platform? As an ordinary car owner, I've been through this. Last year, when my old car was scrapped, I went to the DMV to complete the procedures, and the traffic management system updated the status immediately. Later, I tried logging into the 12123 app and entered the license plate number, but it showed 'Vehicle has been deregistered' or 'Information unavailable.' Basically, real-time updates like traffic violations couldn't be checked. However, historical records might still be available, such as past annual inspections or violation histories, because the traffic management database retains archives—though they can only be viewed, not acted upon. So, I recommend that car owners keep paper proof when scrapping their vehicles to avoid confusion later. If you're really concerned, calling the 12123 service hotline directly is more reliable. Anyway, once a vehicle is scrapped, its existence is archived in the system—don’t expect to use it as new vehicle information.
From my experience in vehicle maintenance, scrapped vehicles can still display partial information on the 12123 platform. When a car is sent to the scrapyard, the management authorities lock the registration data. Inputting the license plate for a query usually triggers a prompt like 'This vehicle has been scrapped' rather than showing the complete vehicle records. This is because the platform is designed to focus on active vehicles and no longer supports operations such as paying fines after scrapping. However, I believe historical data, such as owner information or past records, could theoretically be accessed in the backend since it's an official database. If you need to clarify old details, such as insurance claims, I recommend bringing your ID to the local vehicle management office for a more comprehensive check. In summary, 12123 is a convenient and efficient tool for public services, but for scrapped vehicles, it only provides a general status, and details may not be fully preserved. Vehicle owners should not rely too heavily on it for handling follow-up matters.
